1996 Bayliner Rendezvous

Step aboard this 1996 Bayliner Rendezvous and the first thing you notice is that big, open deck made for gathering a crowd. The wide bow seating feels more like a floating patio than a conventional foredeck, with room to stretch out and stash gear under nearly every cushion. Deep freeboard and tall rails give everyone a secure, relaxed feel underway, even when the afternoon chop picks up. The helm is laid out so you can stand or sit comfortably all day, with clear sightlines forward and aft for docking or beaching. Add in easy boarding doors and a swim-friendly transom, and you’ve got a boat that’s just as happy anchored in a quiet cove as it is shuttling friends to the next waterfront hangout.

In these waters, where a day can easily shift from calm cruising to lively afternoon swells, the Rendezvous shines with its stable, wide-beam platform and generous seating. The open deck plan makes it ideal for sandbar rafting, island hopping, or dropping the hook in a sheltered inlet. Shallow-draft friendliness helps when you’re edging into coves or pulling up close to the beach, while the roomy layout keeps family, coolers, and water toys organized instead of underfoot. For a mix of relaxed cruising, swimming stops, and social raft‑ups that define boating in this area, this model delivers comfort and capability without feeling cramped.